The first official event for Downrigging Weekend 2008 will be a special viewing of the film "Master and Commander" at 7:30pm on Thursday, October 30 at the Prince Theatre in Chestertown. The film we be accompanied by commentary from one of the film's principal historic consultants, Dr. Charles Fithian, Curator of Archaeology for the State of Delaware's Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs. An adaptation of the beloved Patrick O'Brian novels, "Master and Commander" is considered one of the finest and most historically accurate sailing films ever made.

This event is free and open to the public as space allows.

Please note - An earlier version of this web page listed the start time for Master and Commander as 7:00pm - the correct time is 7:30pm. We apologize for any confusion.